Cardiovascular Dietitian Nutritionist for Heart Health Diet Plans

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in Western countries. With the rising incidence over the last 25 years, intervention has become a health priority. Research consistently shows that adopting heart-healthy dietary patterns and lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk of CVD and related events.

A WELLNESS CARDIOVASCULAR DIETITIAN CAN HELP YOU:

  • Eat to promote health and well-being.
  • Prevent or reduce your risk for heart disease, stroke, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.
  • Normalize cholesterol and triglycerides while managing blood pressure.
  • Develop a personalized eating plan tailored to your unique health needs.
  • Achieve and maintain a healthy weight, whether that involves losing, gaining, or maintaining.

Nancy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Long Island, specializing in cardiovascular health. With over 30 years of experience, she offers online consultations to patients across New York, helping them manage cardiovascular disease and achieve optimal health.

WHAT THE HEART HEALTHY NUTRITION PROGRAM INCLUDES:

  • Personalized Nutrition Plan: Nancy creates individualized meal plans based on each patient’s medical history, dietary preferences, and health goals. These plans target key areas such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, with a focus on promoting long-term heart health.
  • Education and Nutrition Counseling: Nancy delivers science-backed nutrition education, explaining the intricate relationship between diet and heart health. She helps patients understand which foods can support heart health and which may increase risk, offering practical guidance on reading food labels, meal preparation, and navigating restaurant menus and grocery shopping.
  • Monitoring and Adjustments: As a cardiovascular dietitian, Nancy will track each patient’s progress by monitoring vital health markers such as blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and overall wellness. She will adjust nutrition plans as needed
  • Ongoing Support: Nancy is committed to providing ongoing support, motivating patients to stay on course with their dietary goals and fostering long-term lifestyle changes.
  • Collaboration with Healthcare Teams: Nancy can work closely with healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated approach to managing cardiovascular conditions, integrating medical care with dietary strategies for comprehensive support.

DIETITION VS. NUTRITIONIST: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE

While the terms “dietitian” and “nutritionist” are often used interchangeably, there are important distinctions between them. Dietitians, like Nancy, highly regulated professionals who must complete rigorous education and certification requirements. They are the only qualified experts to provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT). Dietitians possess the critical skills to analyze medical records, lab results, and dietary assessments, applying evidence-based practices to develop effective nutrition strategies.

Nutritionists, on the other hand, may not require any formal education or certification, depending on their region.

DIET IS AN IMPORTANT RISK FACTOR IN CORONARY HEART DISEASE:

Diet is one of the most significant risk factors in coronary heart disease. While past research primarily focused on individual nutrients like cholesterol or specific vitamins, today’s science emphasizes the importance of overall dietary patterns. It’s the combination of foods you eat that matters most. Nancy works with individuals to design tailored meal plans that address their unique needs and preferences, leading to improved health outcomes and a stronger, healthier heart.

Nancy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and NYS Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist in Long Island. She specializes in preventing and managing cardiovascular disease through personalized, sustainable nutrition programs. Her consultations include comprehensive dietary evaluations, nutrition education, behavior modification, and individualized meal plans. Nancy offers online medical nutrition therapy to patients across New York. Take control of your heart health—schedule your consultation today!

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Nancy Mazarin - Certified Nutritionist & Registered Dietitian MS, RDN, CDN, CNS
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Amy PedolskyAmy Pedolsky
17:02 26 Dec 22
Over the past six months that I have been seeing Nacny, she has been very helpful in hepling me lose 31 pounds. She understands very aspect of what I needed and how to accommidate them properly. With Nancy's help I have been able to change my lifestyle, eat healthier and change and treat my medical conditions very differently and for the best. I would highly reccommanded Nancy to anyone that has tried diets before and has not succeded and who has a lot of different medical conditions that make it difficult to know what to eat and what not to eat.
Michael MainoMichael Maino
21:11 17 Dec 22
I was hesitant at first to start seeing a nutritionist. I was very comfortable with my poor eating habits despite being upset about my weight; however I knew I needed to make a change.Nancy was very understanding from the start. Before meeting with Nancy, I had been in a constant cycle of over-restricting myself to lose weight rapidly, followed by binge eating and gaining it all back plus some more.Over the past year and a half, Nancy has helped me discover normal eating. She helped me understand my hunger and my fullness in addition to helping me choose better food options.Nancy is very dedicated to working with you and helping you achieve your goals. She doesn’t just help you reach your goals — she helps you change your perspective of food and eating for the better. What you learn with Nancy is not temporary — you will carry it with you and practice it throughout your life.I have lost almost 70 pounds since first meeting with Nancy and continuing on my journey. I highly recommend working with her.Nancy, thank you for all of your help!
Carol VogtCarol Vogt
21:38 12 Dec 22
Although I was unlucky when I developed some health issues, I was very lucky to find Nancy Mazarin, a skilled, intelligent, caring nutritionist. I saw lots of doctors but she was the one who came up with the diagnosis that finally led to my improved health. She was always available when I had questions and was even willing to meet with me one weekend when I was struggling.
Bonnie EislerBonnie Eisler
00:22 03 Dec 22
Nancy has been wonderful to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable about nutrition, and very intuitive in identifying and removing roadblocks her clients may be experiencing on their way to achieving their goals. Nancy is extremely organized and promptly keeps her appointments. I highly recommend her!
richard markxrichard markx
02:55 11 Oct 22
Absolutely knowledgeable compassionate and very personable!Anyone wishing to improve their health through nutrition and education will find Nancy Mazarin incredibly helpful Thank you for all your help Nancy!
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